Firestone High School

470 Castle Blvd
Akron, OH 44313
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 1,236 students in grades 9-12, Firestone High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,236 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : 93% (Top 30% in OH)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 51% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Firestone High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

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School Overview

Firestone High School's student population of 1,236 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,236 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
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School Rankings

Firestone High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Firestone High School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (OH)
#2297 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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21%
50%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Firestone High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
51%
57%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Firestone High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
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Hispanic
5%
7%
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Black
49%
17%
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White
35%
67%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.63
This chart display the diversity score of Firestone High School and the public school average diversity score of Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
93%
84%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
38%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
6%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Firestone High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Ohio by year, with the latest 2011-12 school year data.
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Firestone High School's ranking?
Firestone High School is ranked #2297 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Firestone High School often compared to?
Firestone High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Copley High School, Buchtel Community Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Firestone High School?
The graduation rate of Firestone High School is 93%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Firestone High School?
1,236 students attend Firestone High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Firestone High School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Firestone High School?
Firestone High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Firestone High School offer ?
Firestone High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Firestone High School part of?
Firestone High School is part of Akron City School District.

School Reviews

3   11/2/2021
pretty good.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Ronald Bobserson the 8th
5   3/2/2019
This is the best school ever I cant wait till my other kids comes here hope he and she have so much fun.
- Posted by Parent - Mother
4   11/2/2018
My daughter is in the arts program. We are from out of the district. She would never have the opportunities she's having if she didn't attend this wonderful school.
- Posted by Parent - mom
5   4/19/2008
The quality of education offered at Firestone is on par with any private school in the region. Firestone offers the International Baccalaureate in addition to other advanced classes in virtually all subjects. Extracurricular activities in all the arts are numerous, and of the highest quality. The facilities are functional, clean, well-maintained, and laid out in a convenient and logical manner. Parent involvement is abundant
- Posted by Parent - mark-

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,236 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : 93% (Top 30%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 51% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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